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Mobility fund: powered wheelchair for Swati in Tacoma
A powered wheelchair would give Swati independence - we're $5,900 away.
🇺🇸 Tacoma, Washington, United States2,443 views
I live with a rare neuromuscular condition. My occupational therapist at Tacoma General Hospital has assessed me and recommended a powered wheelchair. The public scheme doesn't cover it, and the quote from the supplier is $5,900.
My current equipment is 12 years old and keeps breaking, which has confined me to home for 12 weeks.
With the right equipment I could speak with the people around her. It would change my everyday life and my ability to work from home.
We've applied to two charities already and received small contributions; this campaign covers the rest.
I'll pay the supplier directly from the funds, and I'll post a photo once the equipment is delivered.
Where the $5,900 goes:
• Delivery and set-up: $150
• powered wheelchair: $5,500
• Fitting and training sessions: $250
Thank you for reading my story.
- Swati
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“Blessings. Thought of Swati all day after reading this.”
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- Anonymous 🇬🇧 · $100
“Hang in there. Thought of Swati all day after reading this. - Leeds”
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“Blessings. Only $75 but hope it helps. - Rawalpindi”
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“Thinking of you. Thought of Swati all day after reading this. - Richards Bay”
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Good luck, Swati. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Rawalpindi.
You're not alone, Swati. Looking forward to the next update. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Vadodara.
Thanks for sharing this, Swati. Looking forward to the next update. Take care.
best of luck, Swati. Looking forward to the next update. Blessings
Take care, Swati. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Put this on a community board in Anaheim this morning. Thinking of Tacoma.